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The Old Ship HotelvsThe Grand Brighton
Both The Old Ship Hotel and The Grand Brighton are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Grand Brighton scores significantly better than The Old Ship Hotel. The Grand Brighton comes in at 93 with praise from 6 publications including DK Eyewitness, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
The Old Ship Hotel
Fodor's
Oyster
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Kings Road, Brighton BN1 1NR
From $58/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Originally the home of Admiral George Murray, one of Admiral Nelson's right-hand men, this architecturally interesting hotel is known for its flying (partially freestanding) staircase and colonnade." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 154-room Old Ship Hotel is a three-and-a-half-pearl property set just across the street from the beach in Brighton’s city center." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Dating back to 1559, this is Brighton’s first recorded inn – and what a fascinating history it claims." Full review
Jetsetter "A four-star seafront stay near Brighton's famous pier, with breakfast and a three-course dinner option." Full review
The Grand Brighton
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Frommer's Oyster The Telegraph Fodor's
Independent Independent
The Guardian Independent Show All Reviews
97-99 King's Road, Brighton BN1 2FW
From $148/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet "Originally opened in 1864, this is where Britain's celebrities and gentry like to be seen. These days this five-star giant's fame and popularity rest heavily on its history."
DK Eyewitness "Brighton’s only five-star hotel, this is arguably the nation’s finest big seaside hotel, located right on the seafront. There is a gymnasium and a magnificent Victorian dining room and bar."
Frommer's "Opening onto the seafront promenade, Brighton's premier hotel, the original Grand was constructed in 1864 and entertained some of the most eminent Victorians and Edwardians." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The 201-room, four-pearl Grand Brighton is a classic waterfront hotel that originally opened in 1864." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Opened in 1864, Brighton’s grand hotel has a fabulous sea-facing location and elegant, freshly updated rooms." Full review
Fodor's "The city's most famous hotel, this seafront landmark is a huge, creamy Victorian wedding cake of a building dating from 1864." Full review
Independent "The Grand is certainly the grande dame of Brighton’s hotels; perfectly located overlooking the sea, a pebble’s throw from the pier and just minutes from the antiques shops of The Lanes."
Independent "The Grand is the dominant hotel – its location practically defines the centre of the city, and its ornate facade is synonymous with Brighton’s seafront"
City guides
March 14, 2022
The Guardian "Living up to its name since a glitzy refurbishment a few years ago, Brighton’s grand dame has plum position on the seafront, only a 15-minute stroll from the railway station and with all of the town’s neighbourhoods – Kemptown, the Lanes and the bohemian North Laine area – right on the doorstep"
Independent "The Grand is the dominant hotel – its location practically defines the centre of the city, and its ornate facade is synonymous with Brighton’s seafront"
